Description

Ethyl Thiophene-2-Glyoxylate is a high-purity organic ester building block featuring a reactive glyoxylate group on a thiophene heterocycle. This compound is valued for its versatility as a key synthetic intermediate in the production of complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiophene-based heterocycles for various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiophene moiety.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the research and development of electron-transport or emissive layer materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in custom synthesis and scale-up for specialty chemicals used in flavors, fragrances, and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Thiophene-2-Glyoxylate
CAS No.	4075-58-5
Molecular Formula	C8H8O3S
Molecular Weight	184.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-oxo-2-(thiophen-2-yl)acetate; 2-Thiopheneglyoxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 2-Thienylglyoxylate; Ethyl (2-Thienyl)oxoacetate; Oxo(2-thienyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl α-Oxo-2-thiopheneacetate; Ethyl Thiophene-2-Glyoxalate
EINECS	223-782-4

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Thiophene-2-Glyoxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are provided to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.